The shooting happened in the 1400 block of Castle Lane in south St. Louis city. Officials say two men were arguing near a playground in the Peabody housing complex when Elvis Smith allegedly pulled out a gun and started shooting. J'Nayla was struck in the head.

Residents say at least 15 children were on the playground when the shots rang out.

Smith, of the 4000 block of Kennerly, was charged with second degree murder, first degree assault, two counts of armed criminal action, and unlawful firearm possession.